Tours in Thailand

9 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $62

Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon Full Day Shared Tour

When Ben from our team tackled this full-day run from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon, we headed up Thailand's highest peak—a 2,565-metre climb that lives up to its 'Roof of Thailand' nickname. The 9–10 hour tour strings together a waterfall, a hill tribe village, the twin King and Queen Royal Pagodas set in manicured gardens, and a forest walk to the summit. It's a shared tour capped at 10 people, mostly suited to day-trippers keen on scenery and cultural stops without breaking a sweat fitness-wise. You get air-con transport, an English-speaking guide, and a water bottle; lunch and park fees (300 baht) come out of pocket and must be paid in cash on the day.

★ 4.9 (93)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Sunset Local Eats Food Tour in Hua Hin

When Ben from our BugBitten team ran this Hua Hin food tour, it was less about fancy plating and more about where locals actually eat come sunset. The 3.5-hour outing bounces between neighbourhood spots and a bustling local market on the back of a songtheaw—Thailand's ubiquitous shared red trucks. You'll hit 10–15 food stalls and sample what vendors are slinging that night: fresh takeaway meals, snacks, and drinks. It's standing-room tasting in the thick of it, moving between stalls as the evening settles. The vibe is pure local Hua Hin, no tourist filter.

Andaman Sea Kayak

When Mia from our team paddled out with Andaman Sea Kayak, we found a tight operation run by locals who actually know these waters. The outfit deliberately keeps group sizes small and pairs you with Thai guides trained by the Tourism Authority — blokes who grew up on this stretch of coast and aren't just reading from a script. Seven hours takes you through limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons (called hongs) in Phang Nga Bay, with a proper lunch aboard and a grilled-chicken send-off before heading back to the pier. Peak season runs October to April; it's calmer, warmer, and less sticky than the wet months.

7 hoursfrom AUD $175

Chiang Rai Private customizable Trip with English speaking driver

★ 4.9 (87)

Chiang Rai Private customizable Trip with English speaking driver

When Noah from our BugBitten team did this private driver tour around Chiang Rai, he got a full day hitting temples, viewpoints, and quieter corners of the region without the minibus crowds. You're picked up and dropped at your hotel in a sedan or van, with an English-speaking driver steering the whole show. It's the kind of setup where you can actually linger at places that grab you, swap out stops if something catches your eye, and keep your own pace over the eight-and-a-half hours. Chiang Rai itself feels calmer than Chiang Mai—less tourist crush, more breathing room—and this tour leans into that.

Samui: Elephant Jungle experience & The First Elephant Museum

When Charlie from our team ran this Samui experience, we found it struck a solid balance between museum time and actual jungle interaction. You start at the island's first elephant museum—the exhibits lay out Thai-elephant history properly, not just touristy vibes—then head into the jungle to watch free-roaming elephants move about naturally. The finale is hands-on: you make seed bombs and fling them into the forest with a slingshot to help restore habitat. It's three and a half hours of education and some genuine conservation work, pitched at families and anyone who wants their elephant encounter to feel ethical.

3h 30mfrom AUD $89

Ayutthaya Historial Park Full Day Bus Tour from Bangkok

★ 4.9 (78)

Ayutthaya Historial Park Full Day Bus Tour from Bangkok

When Jake from our BugBitten team did this full-day bus tour from Bangkok, it ticked the box for hassle-free ancient-capital sightseeing. You're on an air-conditioned coach with a live English guide, rolling between Ayutthaya's UNESCO-listed temples and royal ruins for nine hours. It's a social, affordable way to clock the big-name sites without juggling your own transport—though the tour cops to excluding some headline attractions (the Royal Palace, several major wats) and lunch. Suits travellers after convenience over deep dives.

9 hoursfrom AUD $41

Chiang Rai: Discover 7 Must-See Spots & Lunch Buffet

★ 4.9 (72)

9 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $58

Chiang Rai: Discover 7 Must-See Spots & Lunch Buffet

When Lily from our team ran this Chiang Rai day tour, we packed seven major stops into a solid 9–10 hours: the ornate White Temple, the striking Blue Temple, a Black House Museum dive, a Long Neck Karen village visit, tea tasting, the Golden Triangle's Opium House, and a Mekong River walk. It's a proper hit-list tour through northern Thailand's most-photographed spots, mixing spiritual architecture with cultural villages and a bit of history. You'll clock a lot of ground, meet other travellers keen to tick boxes, and loop back to Chiang Rai town by evening.

Discover Scuba Diving, try dive for beginners ( Start at Ko Kut)

★ 4.9 (70)

1 hour – 8 hoursfrom AUD $211

Discover Scuba Diving, try dive for beginners ( Start at Ko Kut)

When Mia from our BugBitten team tried this intro dive course off Ko Kut, it was a proper gentle entry into scuba for complete beginners. You start with a safety rundown and shallow-water practice, then head out for two reef dives where the coral and fish actually show up. The whole thing takes six hours, and lunch is thrown in. Ko Kut itself is quieter than the usual Phuket circus—fewer tourists, murkier waters sometimes, but that's part of its charm. This is the 'try before you commit' option if you're curious about what's under the surface.

Hype Yacht : VIP tour Krabi Islands & Phang Nga Bay from Phuket

When Em from our team booked the Hype Yacht tour, we were curious whether a luxury day trip from Phuket could live up to the hype. The eight-hour run hits Krabi's best-known islands — Hong, Lao Lading, and a sunset pass through Phang Nga Bay — aboard a modern yacht capped at 18 guests. You get a gourmet lunch served on deck, a private DJ, snorkelling kit, and a welcome drink thrown in. It's pitched as the polished alternative to the usual packed longtail boat shuffle, with the vibe of a floating party that actually stays afloat.

Gibbon Spotting, Hiking and Sightseeing Tour in Mae Kampong

When Mia from our team did this Mae Kampong tour, we were after gibbons, forest and something off the usual Chiang Mai trail — and got all three. The day loops you through a mountain village east of the city, up into proper jungle with a local guide who knows the trails most visitors never find. You're hunting for those rehabilitated gibbons in their secluded patch, then hiking a quiet 3km circuit through old-growth forest to spot ancient trees and learn the local ecology. It's seven hours door-to-door, a mix of wildlife spotting, village culture, and solid rainforest trekking. The kind of day that feels earned.

Private Longtail Boat Tour to Hong Islands

When Jake from our BugBitten team booked this private longtail boat tour out of Aonang, he got the whole rig to himself — no shared-boat chaos, no waiting around for stragglers. You're steering your own day around the Hong Islands: snorkel where you fancy, eat lunch on the sand, and move on when you're done. It's seven hours of Krabi's limestone scenery, turquoise water, and a guide who actually knows the spots worth your time. Hotel transfers are included if you're based in Aonang proper; fair warning on the national park fees and extra charges if you're staying elsewhere.

3-Day Chiang Dao Mountain Trek

When Charlie from our BugBitten team tackled the 3-Day Chiang Dao Mountain Trek, they found a proper test of fitness and grit. The trek cuts across the Doi Chiang Dao range north of Chiang Mai, threading through hill-tribe villages and down into the Mae Taeng River valley on routes locals actually use. Most of the hike runs along mountain ridges, which means stunning views but also real elevation work over three days. This isn't a casual stroll—it's for trekkers comfortable with 5–6 hours of daily hiking on uneven terrain and genuinely interested in getting off the main tourist circuit.

Visit temples in and around Bangkok with a former monk of 10 years

When Em from our team did this tour, we spent a full day wandering Bangkok's temple precinct with a guide who'd spent a decade as a monk before becoming a licensed tour operator. The real hook here: you're not following a scripted route or hitting the usual suspects. Instead, you pick which wats matter to you, set the pace, and get genuine insight into how Buddhism weaves through daily Bangkok life—not the sanitised tourist version. The flexibility meant we could linger where it felt right and skip what didn't grab us. Best suited to curious travellers with at least moderate fitness and a willingness to navigate the city's transport alongside your guide.

Full Day Phangnga Bay with Andaman Sea Kayak

★ 4.9 (36)

Full Day Phangnga Bay with Andaman Sea Kayak

When Alex from our BugBitten team paddled out with Andaman Sea Kayak, we found ourselves in one of Thailand's most striking seascapes — limestone cliffs rising from turquoise water, mangrove inlets, and the kind of quiet you don't get on a speedboat. This Phangnga Bay full-day tour has been running since 1991, and it shows in the attention: small groups, Thai guides with genuine local knowledge, and a pace that lets you actually take the place in rather than tick boxes. Seven hours on the water suits most fitness levels, and the lunch setup — paddling between islands, eating Thai buffet on the boat — beats a rushed shore stop.

Thai Dance Class at Wat Arun

When Sarah from our team tried this Thai dance class at Wat Arun, she spent two hours learning the graceful hand movements and postures that define classical Thai dance. It's set right at one of Bangkok's most iconic temples, so you're soaking in the atmosphere while picking up basic steps. The lesson moves at a beginner's pace — no prior experience needed — and wraps up with you dressed in traditional costume, snacks in hand, and phone footage of your first attempt at the real thing.

Family Rafting Adventure

When Charlie from our team ran this Mae Taeng River rafting trip near Chiang Mai, it ticked every box for families after gentle water thrills without the white-knuckle stuff. The 8km float follows Class II and III rapids — plenty of splash and pace, but nothing that'll tip you sideways or require serious whitewater chops. You start easy, build confidence with your guide, then hit a solid section of continuous rapids that keeps things interesting right until the take-out camp. The kit is solid (proper helmets, lifejackets, well-kept gear), guides know their stuff, and the whole thing wraps in 6 hours including lunch and a rinse-off at base.

6 hoursfrom AUD $111

Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle and Long Neck Karen

★ 4.9 (31)

Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle and Long Neck Karen

When Ben from our BugBitten team ran this 8-hour private tour, he got a solid sweep of northern Thailand's most talked-about spots — the Golden Triangle where three borders meet, the Opium Museum, and Chiang Saen's old temples dating back to the 13th century. The area feels quieter and less touristed than Chiang Mai, with tighter river valleys and a slower pace. You're moving through hilltribe villages and past the Mekong in a private vehicle with your own guide, which beats fighting crowds on a minibus.

PADI Open Water Diver Course in Koh Phangan

When Ben from our BugBitten team ran the PADI Open Water course in Koh Phangan, he got the full three-day package: pool work to nail the fundamentals, then four open water dives out at Sail Rock to put it all to use. The island's a laid-back dive hub, dotted with other trainees and seasoned divers. You'll finish with a proper certification card in hand, and the crew handles kit and transfers from most spots around the island.

ChiangMai 1DayTour:Elephant Sanctuary,king&queen pagoda,waterfall

When Jake from our BugBitten team ran this full-day Chiang Mai tour, he spent time with elephants at Doi Inthanon National Park, visited the hilltop shrines of the King and Queen pagodas, and caught a forest waterfall — all without the usual tourist trappings. The outfit's angle is straight: no riding, no chains, proper space for the animals to roam. Your guide is likely from the local Karen community, which adds real cultural weight beyond the usual script. It's a solid 10-hour loop that mixes animal welfare, scenery, and a slice of northern Thailand's highlands.

10 hoursfrom AUD $155

★ 4.9 (31)

Past and Present Bike Tour of Bangkok

When Sarah from our BugBitten team pedalled this Bangkok bike tour, we got a proper sense of the city's layered history without the tourist-trap feel. Four hours cycling through old Siam's districts — temples, markets, riverside neighbourhoods — gives you a genuine read on how Bangkok's built itself over centuries and what's happening now. The guide steered us past the postcards straight into the working quarters where locals actually live and trade. It's a sweaty morning, but beats sitting in a tuk-tuk.

Phuket Coral and Racha Islands Full Day Luxury Catamaran Tour

When Jake from our BugBitten team booked this catamaran day, he was after proper island hopping without the backpacker hustle. The tour sails from Phuket to Coral Island and Racha Island, mixing snorkelling, paddleboarding, and fishing across 10 hours on a luxury catamaran. You're sharing the boat with other travellers — not a private charter, but the operator handles transfers and keeps groups manageable. The Andaman waters here are warm and clear most of the year, and the sunset finale is genuinely striking if clouds cooperate.

10 hoursfrom AUD $117

Full-Day Sea Kayaking Adventure in Ao Thalane Bay from Krabi

Full-Day Sea Kayaking Adventure in Ao Thalane Bay from Krabi

When Tom from our team paddled Ao Thalane Bay, we found ourselves in one of Krabi's quieter corners — a full-day sea kayak adventure through narrow limestone canyons, mangrove channels, and hidden caves. The bay feels remote despite being a few hours north of the main tourist drag; the water is calm, the shade plentiful, and wildlife (macaques, gibbons, the odd otter) pops up throughout the day. Seven hours in a sit-on-top kayak suits most fitness levels, though the real magic happens in the stillness between paddling stretches.

Natural Park Khao Yai with Mr Nong

When Charlie from our team tackled Khao Yai National Park with Mr Nong, a local guide with four decades of park knowledge, we got a proper window into Thailand's wildlife and jungle. The 11-hour tour (half-day options from 3pm available too) kicks off with hotel pickup and runs you through dense forest where you're genuinely spotting gibbons, hornbills, and if you're lucky, elephants. It's the kind of raw, unfiltered national park experience that beats a coach full of tourists — just you, the guide, and the actual jungle. The outfit throws in lunch, dinner, water, and even plastic sock covers for muddy sections. Fair dinkum local operation.

11 hoursfrom AUD $200

Floating Market with Great Pagoda Temple and Wat Sam Phran

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $222

Floating Market with Great Pagoda Temple and Wat Sam Phran

When Jake from our team ran this full-day tour, we hit three major stops: the Maeklong Railway Market (famous for its tracks-through-the-stalls chaos), the Great Pagoda Temple with its towering golden dome, and the peaceful grounds of Wat Sam Phran. It's a solid Bangkok day-trip that packs in market buzz and temple calm without feeling rushed. The 7–8 hour outing suits families and culture-seekers after a genuine slice of Thai life, not a postcard version. Private group (max 15), hotel pickup included, guide on hand the whole way.

Phang Nga Cave Canoe & James Bond Island Tour

Phang Nga Cave Canoe & James Bond Island Tour

When Alex from our team ran this Phang Nga Bay canoe trip, it delivered on the promise of beating the crowds. You're paddling through limestone karsts and hidden caves for seven hours, stopping at James Bond Island and quieter spots the operator knows well. The area feels otherworldly — towering rock formations rise straight from emerald water, and you'll spot longtail boats and the occasional tourist group, but the route keeps you away from the worst of the masses. It's a solid day on the water with lunch and all the logistics sorted.

Khao Yai National Park Full Day Tour from Bangkok

When Lily from our BugBitten team ran this full-day tour, Khao Yai National Park delivered genuine wild Thailand without the Bangkok chaos. You're driven 2.5 hours northeast into one of the country's oldest protected reserves — dense jungle, real wildlife, proper trails. The day loops through forest hikes, a waterfall swim, and ranger-led spotting walks with small groups (usually 6–10 people). It's 11 hours total, and the park entrance fee is included, but you'll need to sort your own lunch. Works well for solo travellers and anyone after solid nature without pretension.

11 hoursfrom AUD $101

The Real Jing Jing Thai Food Tour in Hua Hin

🍜 Food & Cooking

The Real Jing Jing Thai Food Tour in Hua Hin

When Em from our team ran this tour in Hua Hin, it was clear this wasn't a greatest-hits parade through tourist traps. The 'Jing Jing' concept — meaning real, authentic — sets the tone: you're sampling genuine Thai dishes most visitors miss, balancing heat levels and flavour profiles the way locals eat. Over three and a half hours, local songtheaw transport ferries you between family-run spots and neighbourhood gems, stopping for 10–15+ tastings that build a proper picture of Thai food beyond pad thai. The guide knows the neighbourhood and the stories behind what lands on your plate.

3h 30mfrom AUD $100

Kanchanaburi Tour: Erawan Waterfall and Death Railway

Kanchanaburi Tour: Erawan Waterfall and Death Railway

When Em from our BugBitten team ran this full-day Kanchanaburi loop, we covered three heavy-hitters in nine and a half hours: Erawan Waterfall's stacked emerald pools, Hellfire Pass and its WWII history, and a stint on the Death Railway itself. It's the kind of day that packs a lot in — you're swimming, walking, and riding through one of Thailand's most layered regions, where natural beauty sits alongside sobering wartime heritage. The mix works because the stops feel distinct rather than rushed, though the pace is definitely brisk.

9h 30mfrom AUD $155

Private Mysterious Bangkok & Grand Palace, Tuk Tuk, Boat & Lunch

6 hours – 7 hoursfrom AUD $164

Private Mysterious Bangkok & Grand Palace, Tuk Tuk, Boat & Lunch

When Charlie from our team ran this Bangkok private tour, we got a genuine mix of the famous stuff—Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Temple of the Emerald Buddha—plus quieter corners locals actually know. Over six to seven hours, you're ferried between spots via tuk tuk, long-tail boat, skytrain and subway, picking up lunch and snacks along the way. It's the kind of day that bounces between postcard Bangkok and the forgotten alleyways, with your guide steering based on what matters to you. Hotel pickup happens via public transport to keep things real.

Fun Diving Safari Day Trip From Koh Lanta - Certified Divers

Fun Diving Safari Day Trip From Koh Lanta - Certified Divers

When Ben from our team booked this certified diver day trip from Koh Lanta, it ticked the box for a proper full-day underwater adventure. You're collected from your resort early, then motored out on a luxury dive boat to two separate reef sites where the coral and fish life are genuinely abundant. The outfit handles all the logistics — briefing, gear, meals — so you're free to focus on what matters: getting underwater. The boat returns by mid-afternoon, and the whole operation feels well-oiled. It's a solid choice if you're PADI-certified and keen for a no-fuss day on the water with an experienced crew.

Half Day Lanta Thai Cookery School From Koh Lanta

When Lily from our BugBitten team did this half-day cookery class on Koh Lanta, we learned to make four authentic Thai dishes from a chef with proper restaurant credentials and serious herb-garden knowledge. You cook, then eat what you've made — green curry, aromatic soups, stir-fries, the works. The school runs both morning and afternoon sessions with rotating menus, hotel pickups included, and you leave with a recipe book and leftovers to prove you weren't just eating. It's a solid four hours and genuinely hands-on, not theatre.

10KM Inflatable Kayaking and 3HR Trekking Adventure

When Tom from our BugBitten team ran this combo near Chiang Mai, he got a solid hit of Northern Thai jungle without needing any kayaking chops beforehand. You're split between a 10km float down the Mae Taeng River in an inflatable kayak (guide steers you through it) and a jungle trek that winds past creeks and finishes at a 10-metre waterfall. The whole day clocks about 10 hours, and local guides fill you in on the forest and local culture as you go. It's the kind of outing that gets you out of the city and into actual wilderness — though it's not a gentle potter.

10 hoursfrom AUD $155

From Chiang Rai: 3 Temples, Golden Triangle Tour, Tea Plantation

From Chiang Rai: 3 Temples, Golden Triangle Tour, Tea Plantation

When Ben from our team ran this 10-hour loop from Chiang Rai, we hit five major temples and cultural sites across Northern Thailand's most photogenic stretch. You're collected from your hotel and shepherded through the White Temple's intricate white grounds, the striking Blue Temple, the eccentric Black House museum, and then across into the Golden Triangle — that notorious border where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet. The tour rounds out with a visit to a Long Neck Karen village, the Opium Museum, and a tea plantation before heading home. It's a joint tour, so expect a coach full of other travellers and a brisk pace.

10 hoursfrom AUD $113

Extend your diving limits in 2 days - PADI Advanced Diver Course

Extend your diving limits in 2 days - PADI Advanced Diver Course

When Ben from our team ran the PADI Advanced Diver Course in Thailand, we got a solid two-day push beyond the basics. You'll tick off four dives under an experienced instructor, punch your depth limit up to 30 metres, and unlock specialties like wreck and night diving. The course suits anyone with open-water certs who wants to feel genuinely more capable underwater. It's pitched at mixed experience levels, so you'll share the boat with keen learners and the odd repeat upgrader — good energy, no heroics.

2 daysfrom AUD $483

Bangkok Canal Tour by long tail boat, Wat Arun and Wat Pho

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $156

Bangkok Canal Tour by long tail boat, Wat Arun and Wat Pho

Glide through [Bangkok](/places/bangkok)'s waterways on a traditional long-tail boat to reach two of Thailand's most iconic temples. This 5–6 hour tour takes you to [Wat Arun](/places/wat-arun-thailand), the gleaming spires of the Temple of Dawn, and [Wat Pho](/places/wat-pho-thailand), home to a massive reclining Buddha. You'll also drift past the floating flower market. Choose between public transport or private pickup depending on your preference. An English-speaking guide navigates the itinerary, and admission fees are included.

Scuba Diving for Certified Divers from Koh Yao Yai

Scuba Diving for Certified Divers from Koh Yao Yai

When Lily from our BugBitten team booked this dive trip from Koh Yao Yai, she found herself on a sleek 43-foot speedboat with just a handful of other certified divers heading out into the Andaman Sea. The whole experience clocks in at five hours and stays intimate — groups max out around 10 people, which means your PADI instructors actually know your name and quirks underwater. Sites are close by, usually a 20-minute cruise, so less time bouncing on the boat and more time exploring coral gardens and the fish life that makes this part of Thailand special.

Phi Phi Island sunset tour by Simba Sea Trips

When Lily from our BugBitten team tried Simba Sea Trips' Phi Phi sunset tour, she found herself on a properly run speedboat operation—the kind that doesn't cram 40 people onto one deck. The outfit averages 15 guests per run (capped at 18), which makes a real difference in how the day feels. You're heading out mid-morning to lagoons, beaches, and coral reefs across the Phi Phi Islands, with the main draw being a snorkel with blacktip reef sharks. The return happens at sunset. Eight and a half hours on the water, drinks and lunch included.

8h 30mfrom AUD $208

Countryside Bangkok and a Local Floating Market Tour by Bicycle Including Lunch

★ 4.9 (16)

Countryside Bangkok and a Local Floating Market Tour by Bicycle Including Lunch

When Tom from our team tried this Bangkok countryside and floating market cycle, we got a proper taste of rural life just outside the city. You're pedalling through village backroads and canals on a solid TREK bike, stopping at a traditional floating market to sample local goods, then heading back with lunch in your belly. It's a 6-hour loop that sits somewhere between genuine cultural peek and tourist-friendly ride — the kind of tour that works if you're after something more personal than a bus full of selfie sticks, but less intense than going it alone.

Bangkok TUK TUK Twilight Cultures Market and Food Taste

When Noah from our team tried this Bangkok tuk-tuk evening, it was a proper sprint through the city's back streets and food markets. You're bouncing between neighbourhood spots in a motorised three-wheeler, stopping to sample street food with a local guide steering you toward the less-polished corners of the capital. It's a 3-hour hit aimed at travellers who want Bangkok beyond the tourist drag — the smell of grilling meat, the chaos of food stalls, stories from locals who actually live here. Not a deep dive, but a real taste of how the city eats and moves when the sun drops.

3 hoursfrom AUD $106

Bangkok Private Highlights Tour with Local Guide

★ 4.9 (4,680)